Sikta Irrigation Project makes 46pc progress in two decades Sikta Irrigation Project makes 46pc progress in two decades The Sikta Irrigation Project has achieved only 46 per cent physical progress in nearly two decades since its launch in the fiscal year 2061/62 BS. The Sikta Irrigation Project has achieved only 46 per cent physical progress in nearly two decades since its launch in the fiscal year 2061/62 BS. Nepal 19 Apr, 2026
Spring 2026 climbing season opens with summits on three 8,000ers Spring 2026 climbing season opens with summits on three 8,000ers Nepal's Spring 2026 climbing season has opened with a flurry of successful ascents across three eight-thousanders in a single weekend, with teams reaching the summits of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Makalu between April 17 and 18, signalling a strong start to what is shaping up to be an active season on the high peaks. Nepal's Spring 2026 climbing season has opened with a flurry of successful ascents across three eight-thousanders in a single weekend, with teams reaching the summits of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Makalu between April 17 and 18, signalling a strong start to what is shaping up to be an active season on the high peaks. Nepal 19 Apr, 2026
AmCham Nepal promotes 'Hydro-to-Data' vision in Washington Mission AmCham Nepal promotes 'Hydro-to-Data' vision in Washington Mission American Chamber of Commerce in Nepal (AmCham Nepal) has concluded its “Washington Door Knock” mission, pitching Nepal as a potential hub for clean energy-powered digital infrastructure, including artificial intelligence, blockchain and data centres. American Chamber of Commerce in Nepal (AmCham Nepal) has concluded its “Washington Door Knock” mission, pitching Nepal as a potential hub for clean energy-powered digital infrastructure, including artificial intelligence, blockchain and data centres. Nepal 19 Apr, 2026
UML Chair Oli discharged from hospital, returns home UML Chair Oli discharged from hospital, returns home Former PM Oli had undergone surgery for the removal of gallbladder stones. Former PM Oli had undergone surgery for the removal of gallbladder stones. Nepal 18 Apr, 2026
NAC expands Resunga flights to four days a week; Fares hiked NAC expands Resunga flights to four days a week; Fares hiked Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) has increased flight frequency to Resunga Airport in Gulmi to four days a week starting Saturday. Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) has increased flight frequency to Resunga Airport in Gulmi to four days a week starting Saturday. Nepal 18 Apr, 2026
NMA urges enforcement of doctors' working hour limits after govt directive on hospital services NMA urges enforcement of doctors' working hour limits after govt directive on... The Nepal Medical Association (NMA) has called for immediate enforcement of legal provisions governing doctors’ working hours and service conditions, welcoming a recent notice issued by the Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Security. The Nepal Medical Association (NMA) has called for immediate enforcement of legal provisions governing doctors’ working hours and service conditions, welcoming a recent notice issued by the Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Security. Nepal 18 Apr, 2026
Training for survival: High-altitude medicine reaches Himalayan guides and porters Training for survival: High-altitude medicine reaches Himalayan guides and porters High-altitude illnesses kill dozens of people every year among those who venture into the mountains for work or leisure. Despite this, only a limited number of research groups worldwide focus on studying these conditions, which can become life-threatening if not properly recognized and managed. High-altitude illnesses kill dozens of people every year among those who venture into the mountains for work or leisure. Despite this, only a limited number of research groups worldwide focus on studying these conditions, which can become life-threatening if not properly recognized and managed. Nepal 17 Apr, 2026
NTB, PATA Nepal Chapter sign deal to host Himalayan Travel Mart 2026 NTB, PATA Nepal Chapter sign deal to host Himalayan Travel Mart 2026 Nepal Tourism Board and PATA Nepal Chapter have signed an agreement to jointly organise the sixth edition of the Himalayan Travel Mart 2026, aimed at promoting Nepal as a global tourism destination. Nepal Tourism Board and PATA Nepal Chapter have signed an agreement to jointly organise the sixth edition of the Himalayan Travel Mart 2026, aimed at promoting Nepal as a global tourism destination. Nepal 17 Apr, 2026
Matatirtha Aunsi being observed with prayers, offerings, and tribute to mothers Matatirtha Aunsi being observed with prayers, offerings, and tribute to mothers Matatirtha Aunsi, the country's traditional Mother's Day, is being observed across the country today, with devotees thronging sacred sites, families seeking blessings from living mothers, and those who have lost their mothers making offerings in their memory. Matatirtha Aunsi, the country's traditional Mother's Day, is being observed across the country today, with devotees thronging sacred sites, families seeking blessings from living mothers, and those who have lost their mothers making offerings in their memory. Nepal 17 Apr, 2026
Nepal expresses gratitude as UAE pardons 128 Nepali inmates on Ramadan Nepal expresses gratitude as UAE pardons 128 Nepali inmates on Ramadan The Ministry further stated that the pardon was granted following a formal request made by the Government of Nepal through the Embassy of Nepal in Abu Dhabi. The Ministry further stated that the pardon was granted following a formal request made by the Government of Nepal through the Embassy of Nepal in Abu Dhabi. Nepal 16 Apr, 2026
Forty-six Nepalis rescued from Cambodia Forty-six Nepalis rescued from Cambodia The Nepali Embassy in Bangkok has rescued 46 Nepali nationals from Cambodia, all of whom have since returned home. The Nepali Embassy in Bangkok has rescued 46 Nepali nationals from Cambodia, all of whom have since returned home. Nepal 16 Apr, 2026
SC orders release of NC leader Khadka SC orders release of NC leader Khadka The Supreme Court on Thursday ordered the release of Nepali Congress leader and former minister Dipak Khadka, who had been arrested on charges of money laundering. The Supreme Court on Thursday ordered the release of Nepali Congress leader and former minister Dipak Khadka, who had been arrested on charges of money laundering. Nepal 16 Apr, 2026
Kami Rita heads for 32nd Everest summit - and possibly his last Kami Rita heads for 32nd Everest summit - and possibly his last Kami Rita Sherpa, the climber who has stood atop Mount Everest more times than anyone in history, left for the Everest region this week to attempt his 32nd ascent — a climb he says will likely be his last. Kami Rita Sherpa, the climber who has stood atop Mount Everest more times than anyone in history, left for the Everest region this week to attempt his 32nd ascent — a climb he says will likely be his last. Nepal 16 Apr, 2026
Newly Appointed Gandaki Province Ministers Sworn In Newly Appointed Gandaki Province Ministers Sworn In Newly appointed ministers of Gandaki Province have taken the oath of office and secrecy today. Newly appointed ministers of Gandaki Province have taken the oath of office and secrecy today. Nepal 15 Apr, 2026
SC directs submission of investigation file in leader Khadka case SC directs submission of investigation file in leader Khadka case Khadka has been arrested on charges of money laundering. Khadka has been arrested on charges of money laundering. Nepal 15 Apr, 2026
Govt forms commission to probe assets of top officials over two decades Govt forms commission to probe assets of top officials over two decades A Cabinet meeting held on Wednesday decided to constitute the commission under the coordination of former Supreme Court judge Rajendra Kumar Bhandari. A Cabinet meeting held on Wednesday decided to constitute the commission under the coordination of former Supreme Court judge Rajendra Kumar Bhandari. Nepal 15 Apr, 2026
Nepal's elite club of power Nepal's elite club of power As the government made public the property details of Prime Minister Balendra (Balen) Shah and members of the Council of Ministers following a Cabinet decision yesterday evening, people have taken digs at the wealth that they have accumulated so far. As the government made public the property details of Prime Minister Balendra (Balen) Shah and members of the Council of Ministers following a Cabinet decision yesterday evening, people have taken digs at the wealth that they have accumulated so far. Nepal 15 Apr, 2026
International Wellness Day being observed today International Wellness Day being observed today The International Wellness Day is being marked by organising various programmes today. The International Wellness Day is being marked by organising various programmes today. Nepal 15 Apr, 2026
From cave to condominium: Story of Panch Hate Praja From cave to condominium: Story of Panch Hate Praja A sensational news dominated the media headlines last week when the family of Panch Hate Praja of Dhading district had been found to be residing in the cave with his family of four – his spouse, son, and daughter-in-law. A sensational news dominated the media headlines last week when the family of Panch Hate Praja of Dhading district had been found to be residing in the cave with his family of four – his spouse, son, and daughter-in-law. Nepal 15 Apr, 2026
Two-way traffic resumes on Dhulikhel–Khawa section of Araniko Highway Two-way traffic resumes on Dhulikhel–Khawa section of Araniko Highway The road had been restricted to one-way traffic on various dates over the past 23 days due to ongoing works. The road had been restricted to one-way traffic on various dates over the past 23 days due to ongoing works. Nepal 14 Apr, 2026
Business Trip Turbo users can now book international hotels in Nepali currency Trip Turbo has partnered with Agoda to provide international hotel booking services for Nepali travellers through its platform.
Business Sun Nepal Life organizes AML/CFT training for agency managers Sun Nepal Life Insurance Company Limited conducted an Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) training programme for Agency Development Managers under its “ADM 360° Growth Summit 1.0”.
Lifestyle The Himalayan Times International Food Fest 2026 happening tomorrow with three bands, djs, and 20 restaurants The Himalayan Times International Food Fest 2026 is happening tomorrow, May 23, at The Everest Hotel, Kathmandu. Mark your calendars for what promises to be one of the biggest food and lifestyle celebrations of the year, featuring food, music, games, and endless entertainment for the entire family.
Kathmandu PM Shah continues to dodge HoR meeting amid opposition protest The Alternative Development Finance Mobilisation Bill, 2026, was approved by a majority at the House of Representatives today, despite a deliberate protest tactic by opposition lawmakers to disrupt legislative proceedings.
Business Central bank withdrawing Rs 100 billion to manage liquidity Nepal Rastra Bank is set to absorb Rs 100 billion from the banking system on Friday as part of its liquidity management measures.
Nepal Two Indian climbers die on Everest; Third being rescued from South Col Two Indian climbers have died while descending from the summit of Mount Everest, bringing the season's death toll on the world's highest peak to five.
Sports Nepal women defeat Malaysia in T20 practice match Nepal defeated Malaysia by seven wickets in a practice match ahead of the second international Women’s T20 tournament in Malaysia on Thursday.
Environment Excessive excavation in Narayani River draws scrutiny The District Monitoring Committee in Nawalpur has directed authorities concerned to regulate excavation and extraction works in the Narayani River after irregularities were found during an on-site inspection.
Nepal US Embassy Nepal's public affairs chief summits Everest in historic first Mike Harker, Public Affairs Chief at the US Embassy Nepal, successfully summited Mount Everest at around 9:10 AM on May 20, becoming the first serving American Foreign Service Officer to scale the world's highest peak.
